The foundation stone of Shahjahanabad was laid in 1639 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Dharampura emerged as a neighborhood housing the nobility of the city. This walk will take us through some of the most well preserved courtyard houses (havelis) of this city and also explore ornate Jain temples, fabulous gateways, busy bazaars and perfumeries. It will start at the Jama Masjid and we will touch upon the planning principles of the city and how Shah Jahan was deeply invested in its design, his vision as one of the greatest patrons of architecture in Indian history and how the residential spaces of the elite captured the essence of Mughal architecture.

This guided tour is for free.

• Date – Sunday, 11th June, 2017
• Duration- 8.00 am to 10.30 am. Meeting time- 7:45 am
• Meeting Point –Gate no. 1, Jama Masjid, towards Galli Kebabiyan, Old Delhi
• Nearest Metro station- Chawri Bazar
• Walk led by –Riya Sarkar

Things to keep in mind:

*Mandatory registration closes after 25 entries. 
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After the online registration, do inform through a text message or an email, before the walk, if you are unable to attend it.
Contact at: 9711705506, Email us -walks@sahapedia.org
*Limited parking facilities available outside the mosque. We would recommend you to take public transport (Metro etc.).
* Entry fee to the masjid- Free if no camera, Rs. 300 for camera owners. 
• Photography allowed if charges paid. 
• Wear comfortable shoes and carry water. Wear full pants as Jama Masjid might not allow people in shorts.